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Book club in Saarbrücken: Dream Count” by Adichie in focus!
The book club at the Saarland University Library starts on July 1st with Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's “Dream Count”. All readers welcome!
Book club in Saarbrücken: Dream Count” by Adichie in focus!
The Saarland University and State Library is preparing for the opening of its new book club, which starts on July 1, 2025. Anyone interested in literature is invited to take part in this weekly meeting and exchange ideas about books. The first novel to be discussed in this round is “Dream Count” by renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The book club kicks off at 5 p.m. in the library's creative room, where the program includes a get-to-know-you session and discussion of the first 50 pages of the book.
Interested readers who have not read the first chapters are also welcome. The book club meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 5 p.m. No prior registration is required. The meeting takes place in the basement of the campus building B1 1 in Saarbrücken. For further information, interested parties can contact the email address kommunikation_liste(at)sulb.uni-saarland.de or the Library website visit.
“Dream Count” and its fascinating protagonists
“Dream Count” is Adichie’s latest novel and is expected to be published in 2025. This tells the stories of four women who are confronted with their love lives, longings and wishes in different phases of their lives. Chiamaka, a Nigerian travel writer based in America, reflects on her past relationships while dealing with the challenges of the pandemic. Her best friend Zikora, a successful lawyer, has sought help from an unexpected source after disappointing experiences in love.
Also important is Chiamaka's cousin Omelogor, a financial expert who lives in Nigeria and begins to question her own identity. Kadiatou, Chiamaka's domestic worker, is raising her daughter in America and faces significant challenges. The narrative addresses the nature of love as well as the pursuit of personal happiness and honesty towards oneself. The text also contains discussion questions provided by the publisher Penguin Random House – Knopf Doubleday Group.
About the author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is known for her sensitive and profound storytelling. Her works have been translated into over thirty languages and featured in renowned publications such as The New Yorker, Granta and the Financial Times appeal. Adichie, who grew up in Nigeria, is the author of several best-selling books, including “Americanah” and “We Should All Be Feminists.” Her debut novel, Purple Hibiscus, won the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, while Half of a Yellow Sun won the Orange Prize and was a New York Times Notable Book.
Adichie's literature is characterized by its powerful exploration of the challenges of relationships and identity. Her books have received numerous awards and are valued for their ability to make complex topics accessible and reflective. “Dream Count” promises to continue that tradition as readers explore their stories in the university’s new book club.